Actor
Shane Nigam
Based In
Kochi, Kerala
Origin
Kochi, Kerala, India
Years Active
2013 – Present
Shane Nigam Biography
Shane Nigam – Full Information
- Full Name: Shane Nigam
- Profession: Actor
- Industry: Malayalam cinema
- Nationality: Indian
- Date of Birth: 21 September 1995
- Age: 30 years
- Birthplace: Kochi, Kerala, India
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo
- Religion: Hinduism
- Languages Known: Malayalam, Tamil, English
Family Background
- Father: Kalabhavan Abi (late) – renowned Malayalam comedian
- Mother: Bindu
- Siblings: Not publicly known
Education
- Schooling: Studied in Kochi, Kerala
- College: Viswajyothi College of Engineering and Technology, Kerala
- Qualification: Engineering (did not pursue a career in engineering)
Career Highlight
| Year | Movie Name |
|---|---|
| 2013 | Annayum Rasoolum |
| 2016 | Kismath |
| 2017 | Eeda |
| 2018 | Parava |
| 2019 | Ishq |
| 2020 | C U Soon |
| 2021 | Veyil |
| 2022 | Bhoothakaalam |
| 2023 | RDX (Robert Dony Xavier) |
Recent Activity
- Preparing for the release of his upcoming film Haal, scheduled for a Christmas 2025 theatrical release
- Haal faced censor-related delays, which have now been resolved
- Title video released for the film Dridam, in which Shane Nigam plays a police officer
- Title announcement unveiled for Balti, marking his 25th film as a lead actor
- Official announcement made for another upcoming project tentatively titled Shane Nigam 27, generating strong industry buzz
- Actively engaging in interviews discussing his career evolution and artistic growth
- Addressing and reflecting on past viral controversies, emphasizing personal and professional maturity
- Speaking openly about his working experiences in Malayalam and Tamil cinema
- Exploring production ventures alongside acting, signaling a broader role in filmmaking
- Continuing to choose diverse and challenging roles for his future projects
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Asiavision Awards | New Sensation in Acting (Male) | Asiavision Awards | Kismath | Won |
| 2017 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Debut Actor – Malayalam | SIIMA | Kismath | Won |
| 2017 | Minnale Film & Television Awards | Best New Hero | Minnale Awards | Kismath | Won |
| 2017 | Yuva Awards | Rising Star (Male) | Yuva Awards | Parava | Won |
| 2018 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Supporting Actor – Malayalam | SIIMA | Eeda | Won |
| 2019 | Asianet Film Awards | Best Star Pair (with Nimisha Sajayan) | Asianet Film Awards | Eeda | Won |
| 2019 | Behindwoods Gold Medals | Best Actor – Malayalam | Behindwoods Gold Medals 7th Edition | Ishq | Won |
| 2019 | Vanitha Film Awards | Best Star Pair (with Anna Ben) | Vanitha Film Awards | Kumbalangi Nights | Won |
| 2023 | Kerala Film Critics Association Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Kerala Film Critics Awards | RDX: Robert Dony Xavier, Vela | Won |
About Shane Nigam
Shane Nigam is an Indian actor known for his intense and realistic performances in Malayalam cinema.
He gained major recognition with the film Kismath (2016).
He has primarily worked in the Malayalam film industry and has also appeared in Tamil cinema.
His father was the late Kalabhavan Abi, a legendary Malayalam comedian.
Some of his most acclaimed films include Eeda, Ishq, Bhoothakaalam, C U Soon, and RDX.